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Hughesville, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hughesville, Pennsylvania had a total population of 2,274, the 604th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $64,917, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Hughesville Quick Facts

Population 2,274
Median Household Income $64,917
Median Home Value $208,700
Poverty Rate 16.5%
Unemployment Rate 5.7%
Median Age 46.0 years
Homeownership Rate 46.3%
Affordability Ratio 3.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.8%
High School Graduation Rate 89.2%
Diversity Index 19/100
Population 2,274 604th of 1,991
Median Income $64,917 average
Poverty Rate 16.5% 33% higher than national
Median Home Value $208,700 above average

How Hughesville Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,4392,274-6.8%
Median household income$63,409$64,917+2.4%
Median home value$201,300$208,700+3.7%

How Hughesville Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.3%
$25K-$50K 22.3%
$50K-$100K 39.9%
$100K+ 19.5%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
0.9%
$10K-$15K
8.2%
$15K-$20K
4.5%
$20K-$25K
4.6%
$25K-$30K
4.4%
$30K-$35K
4.0%
$35K-$40K
10.8%
$40K-$45K
2.1%
$45K-$50K
1.0%
$50K-$60K
7.0%
$60K-$75K
17.7%
$75K-$100K
15.2%
$100K-$125K
6.3%
$125K-$150K
2.8%
$150K-$200K
5.7%
$200K+
4.8%

Employment

5.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.3%|National: 5.2%
71.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 46.3%
Renter 53.7%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $827/mo 15.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

19out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 45 | National average: 61

Education

Hughesville Rankings in Pennsylvania

#604 Population of 1,991
#1074 Median Income of 1,854
#779 Education of 1,987
#693 Home Value of 1,871

Other Cities in Lycoming County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Williamsport 27,612 $48,851 25.4% $154,300
South Williamsport 6,211 $64,583 4.3% $180,800
Kenmar 5,077 $58,857 12.5% $225,200
Montoursville 4,706 $59,919 9.8% $208,200
Jersey Shore 4,121 $72,361 7.0% $153,000
Muncy 2,720 $85,588 8.4% $193,800
Garden View 2,637 $52,222 17.5% $166,400
Montgomery 1,564 $63,936 5.3% $145,900
Duboistown 1,403 $81,875 11.7% $194,800
Faxon 727 $51,406 4.0% $204,500

Cities Similar to Hughesville

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Andalusia2,251$64,745$334,70019.9%7.2%
Messiah College2,329N/AN/A70.3%0.0%
Lawson Heights2,213$64,929$175,20034.6%8.8%
Susquehanna Trails2,251$68,009$214,10024.6%5.4%
Tullytown2,358$65,185$346,70025.5%13.6%

Population Overview

Hughesville is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Lycoming County. The total population is 2,274. It ranks as the 604th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hughesville is 46.0 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 40.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hughesville is $64,917. This is 17% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.5%. This is 41% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $208,700. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $254,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 46.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% lower than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Hughesville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.8%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 8.7%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 3.8%.

Education

25.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hughesville, Pennsylvania is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Hughesville, Pennsylvania?

Hughesville, Pennsylvania has a population of 2,274 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hughesville, PA?

The median household income in Hughesville is $64,917, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Hughesville, PA?

The poverty rate in Hughesville is 16.5%. This means approximately 375 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hughesville, Pennsylvania?

Hughesville's population is 90.1% White, 0.7% Black, 3.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hughesville, PA?

The median home value in Hughesville is $208,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Hughesville, Pennsylvania?

25.8% of adults (25+) in Hughesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.